History at University of Evansville

Based on comparable History programs across Indiana, first-year earnings around $35,500 suggest this degree performs near the state median—which itself sits slightly above the national benchmark of $31,200. The estimated $27,000 in debt translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.76, meaning graduates would owe roughly nine months of their first-year salary. While manageable, this puts the program in the middle of the pack financially, neither offering the upside of top Indiana programs like Southern Indiana ($40,700) nor the lower debt loads seen elsewhere in the state.

The challenge here is that History degrees typically don't command high starting salaries, and this program appears consistent with that pattern. With only 23% of students receiving Pell grants, the University of Evansville draws from a relatively affluent population, which may ease the debt burden for many families but doesn't change the underlying economics. The degree-to-earnings picture suggests graduates will need either family support, additional credentials, or career paths that value the liberal arts education beyond immediate salary.

If your child is passionate about History and has a clear plan for what comes next—whether graduate school, teaching certification, or a specific career track—the financial picture here is workable but not exceptional. Without that plan, the modest starting salary and above-average debt make this a program to approach with eyes wide open about the post-graduation timeline for financial stability.